Hybrid Electric Bike Reviews

These electric bikes blend characteristics from road, touring, and mountain bikes. They offer stability, comfort, and ease of use, making them a good general-purpose platform. Typically, Hybrid bicycles will have flat, straight handlebars with upright seating, efficient tires, and a suspension fork.
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Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 Step-Through Review

  • MSRP: $4,000
  • MODEL YEAR: 2022

A sporty urban commuter with suspension fork and suspension seat post included! Outfitted with some of the best fenders, rear rack, and integrated lights I've seen on any ebike. Available in high-step or step-thru frame styles, comes in four, three trim levels (3.0, 4.0, and 5.0), and the battery integration looks much nicer than previous generations.. Excellent weight distribution (low and center), clean integrated cables, powerful hydraulic disc brakes from SRAM…...

Riese & Müller Roadster Mixte Vario Review

  • MSRP: $6,089
  • MODEL YEAR: 2022

An efficient hybrid electric bike available in two frame styles, two sizes, two colors, and a wide range of configurations and optional upgrades. Adjustable spring suspension fork with lockout and sturdy 15mm thru-axle improve performance at speed.. Capable on pavement, gravel, and light trails with all-terrain tires. The included plastic fenders are…...

Ride1Up 700 Series Review

  • MSRP: $1,449
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019, 2020

A commute-ready ebike with sturdy aluminum alloy fenders and versatile rear rack with triple bungee and pannier hangers, available in two frame styles (high-step and step-thru), two color choices, and ships to US, Canada, and Mexico. Great value given the name-brand components: 160mm Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, Selle Royal comfort saddle,…...

Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus Step-Thru Review

  • MSRP: $1,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2021, 2022

An approachable step-thru version of the proven RadCity hybrid electric bike featuring frame, wheel, brake, and battery upgrades for its 5th generation. Available in black or white color schemes, the step-thru offers lower standover and minimum saddle height, but introduces some frame flex. Adjustable angle stem, ergonomic grips, hybrid tires, and locking suspension fork provide fit and comfort. The rear rack is now removable, and positioned so the saddle won't collide in low positions.. A growing fleet of mobile service vans and storefronts in the US, Canada, and Europe…...

Giant Explore E+ 2 GTS Review

  • MSRP: $3,450
  • MODEL YEAR: 2022

A hardtail cross country hybrid that comes in two frame styles, four sizes, and one color: metallic navy blue. Feature-complete with fenders, rear rack, and lights. Sold through dealers with excellent service and two-year warranty.. Powerful SyncDrive Sport motor is a collaboration between Giant and Yamaha. It offers up to…...

Schwinn Coston DX 27.5 Review

  • MSRP: $1,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2021, 2022

A commuter ready electric bike with upright handlebar, adjustable suspension seat post, and comfortable plus sized tires. It comes with sturdy aluminum alloy fenders, a rear rack, and integrated lights.. In addition to the front and rear lights, there are two highly visible light bars…...

Liv Rove E+ Review

  • MSRP: $2,750
  • MODEL YEAR: 2022

A hardtail cross country hybrid with women-specific saddle and grips. Approachable mid-step frame, four sizes, one color: satin light green. It's the most affordable electric bike model from Liv, is sold through dealers, and comes with a two-year warranty plus lifetime frame.. Efficient and quiet SyncDrive motor is a collaboration between Giant and Yamaha. It offers up…...

Surface 604 Colt Review

  • MSRP: $2,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2022

A sturdy high-step hybrid electric bike that comes in two frame sizes! Includes premium aluminum alloy fenders, deluxe rear rack, integrated lights, and two battery and charger options for long range. Relaxed handlebar, adjustable angle stem, high volume 27.5" tires, ergonomic touch points, and optional suspension seat post offer comfort.. Unique combination of torque sensing pedal assist with trigger throttle that overrides for added power.…...

Gazelle Ultimate C380+ HMB Review

  • MSRP: $4,749
  • MODEL YEAR: 2022

A feature complete city-oriented electric bike with premium Enviolo CVT drivetrain, Gates Carbon belt, and Bosch Speed drive system. Powerful hydraulic disc brakes with quad piston calipers ensure smooth solid stops. Available in approachable mid-step or high-step frame style. The high-step frame can be upgraded with a second 500Wh battery pack!. Top mounting Bosch PowerTube 500 battery is easy to use and looks great, it shares…...

Surface 604 Rook Review

  • MSRP: $2,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2022

An approachable step-through that comes in two frame sizes and two colors! This hybrid electric bike offers fenders, deluxe rear rack, integrated lights, and two battery options for long range. Relaxed handlebar, adjustable angle stem, high volume 27.5" tires, and ergonomic touch points offer comfort.. Unique combination of torque sensing pedal assist with trigger throttle that overrides for added power.…...